"I'm here!"
Zhuge Shang strode forward and saluted Zhao Shan solemnly.
At this moment, Zhuge Shang's heart was extremely agitated. Yesterday he was a commoner, and in the blink of an eye he became a Yilang. Now he is about to become the youngest prime minister in the history of Daqian, and the fastest person to become prime minister in Daqian.
He created many firsts.
Just so, Zhuge Shang also felt pressure in his heart. He would definitely live up to His Majesty's high expectations and would definitely assist His Majesty in managing the affairs of the country.
You treat me like a scholar of the country!
I should repay you as a national soldier!
Zhuge Shang thought a lot in his mind, but the excitement in his heart was not revealed, only solemnity remained.
Zhao Shan looked at the handsome and handsome Zhuge Shang and said loudly: "Zhuge Shang is very loyal and has the talent to stabilize the country. I worship Zhuge Shang as the Prime Minister of Daqian and take charge of the government affairs of the court."
"I accept the decree!"
Zhuge Shang bowed in response.
After Zhao Shan finished arranging everything, he asked Zhuge Shang to sit down and continued: "Zhuge Shang is in power, and all ministries cooperate fully. If there are problems, report them. If you have different opinions, you can report them, and I will make a decision. If anyone messes up or makes trouble, I will never be lenient."
All the officials answered one after another, but each had their own thoughts.
Just at this moment, a burst of rapid footsteps came. A eunuch entered the palace from the side, spoke to Zhang Xu, and handed him a memorial.
Zhang Xu looked anxious, and hurriedly walked to Zhao Shan, reported in a low voice, and handed over the memorial.
Zhao Shan took it and browsed it quickly, his face gradually becoming cold and serious.
He threw away the memorial and said: "Emperor Yao Guang of Xiliang arranged for an envoy to come to Luoyang to submit his credentials, hoping to pay for the purchase of Yongshan Iron Mine six miles southwest of Tongguan. As long as I agree, Yao Guang will be willing to increase the intensity of mutual trade between the two countries. What do you think about this matter?"
"Your Majesty, I object!"
Xiao Yan said without hesitation: "Although Yongshan Iron Mine is outside Tongguan, there is a garrison. In addition, Yongshan Iron Mine has been providing pig iron to Daqian. Once it is handed over to Xiliang, Daqian will lose an iron mine. "
Shen Yuanqing also said: "Your Majesty, iron ore is like an old hen that continues to lay eggs. As long as the iron ore is there, it can continue to be mined. Selling it is equivalent to killing the goose to obtain the eggs."
One by one, they kept expressing their opinions.
Zhao Shan nodded slightly, his eyes fell on Zhuge Shang, and asked: "Zhuge Qing, what do you think?"
Zhuge Shang solemnly said: "I would like to report this matter to Your Majesty alone."
Wow! !
There was even more discussion in the main hall.
Everyone looked at Zhuge Shang with a very dissatisfied look, and even a little surprised. It’s true that you, Zhuge Shang, are highly regarded by the emperor, so you don’t have to report it alone, right? Doesn't it mean they don't trust us?
Zhao Shan was also surprised, but he believed in Zhuge Shang and stood up and said, "Come with me."
After saying that, Zhao Shan walked out.
Zhuge Shang quickly followed.
Zhao Shan took Zhuge Shang to the side hall and asked, "Tell me, why do you need to report it alone?"
Zhuge Shang solemnly replied: "Your Majesty, regarding the situation of Yongshan Iron Mine, I visited it specifically when I traveled to the place. Due to continuous mining, the actual output of Yongshan Iron Mine is not particularly large."
"Of course that's not the biggest problem."
"The biggest problem at Yongshan Iron Mine is that a lot of ground has been hollowed out, and there has been indiscriminate mining, which has led to loose soil. There have been many small-scale collapses before, but they did not trigger larger collapses."
"There have been many earthquakes this year, and the iron ore environment has become even worse. In addition, the Guanzhong area has been dry and rainless this winter. Once it rains after spring, it will be prone to flooding. When there is a flood, the Yongshan Iron Mine will definitely collapse."
Zhuge Shang analyzed: "From the time when Xiliang submitted credentials to negotiate, and then to the handover, it will probably be the spring rain season next year."
Zhao Shan quickly said: "Does Zhuge Qing mean to give up the Yongshan Iron Mine and blackmail Xiliang to make a fortune?"
"Your Majesty, Holy Might!"
Zhuge Shang showed a smile on his face and said: "It's just the situation of Yongshan Iron Mine. We can't talk about it in front of the princes in the court. Because once we talk about it, the news will be leaked, because there are people from other forces in the court."
Zhao Shan stood up and paced back and forth. The more he thought about it, the more feasible it became.
This is not only a good opportunity to blackmail Xiliang.
It can also deceive Xiliang.
Zhao Shan made a decision in his heart and suddenly said: "Zhuge Qing, the information cannot be revealed. Then you will have to bear all the criticism, and you will be considered a sycophant."
Zhuge Shang said calmly: "If it can benefit Daqian, it's okay to bear the criticism. In fact, it is Your Majesty who has to bear the pressure, because all the officials in the dynasty will oppose it."
Zhao Shan said forcefully: "Of course I am not afraid, and with this incident, I can further establish my authority. Zhuge Qing, are you sure there is a problem with Yongshan Iron Mine?"
Zhuge Shang confidently said: "I am sure."
"I believe you!"
Zhao Shan answered without hesitation.
Seeing Zhao Shan's determined expression, Zhuge Shang immediately smiled and saluted Zhao Shan solemnly.
Zhao Shan took Zhuge Shang back to the main hall. He looked around at all the officials and said loudly: "As for the issue of Xiliang's exchange for Yongshan iron ore, I have considered it and decided to agree to Xiliang's request."
boom! !
There was shock in the hall.
Zhao Shan's words were like thunder from the ground, causing an uproar immediately. The courtiers were shocked when they looked at Zhao Shan, but they looked even more angry at Zhuge Shang.
Xiao Yan couldn't sit still again.
Zhao Shan looked furious when he received Xiliang's credentials earlier, and was obviously unwilling to accept Xiliang's conditions. After Zhuge Shang reported it to Zhao Shan alone, Zhao Shan changed his mind.
This is definitely caused by Ge Shang.
Xiao Yan's eyes were cold and serious, and he said loudly: "Your Majesty, Yongshan Iron Mine is one of the foundations of Daqian. Selling Yongshan Iron Mine can obtain short-term benefits, but Daqian is short of iron ore."
“In the future, if there is insufficient iron ore, we may have to buy from Xiliang.”
"Your Majesty, you can't do anything that doesn't hurt me. I know that Your Majesty is wise and powerful, so I will definitely not take the initiative to do this. This matter must be bewitched by Zhuge Shang."
"Your Majesty said that Zhuge Shang has great talent and wants to promote him to the position of prime minister, and the old minister also agreed."
"However, Zhuge Shang is so short-sighted and even more short-sighted. How can he be worthy of being the prime minister?"
Xiao Yan said without hesitation: "Your Majesty, please remove Zhuge Shang and never hire him. Such a short-sighted person who is causing harm to the country and the people really deserves to be killed. I just want to spare his life because of his ignorance and remove him from office."
Zhao Shan said flatly: "I refuse!"
Xiao Yan was even more stunned.
Zhao Shan refused directly without even thinking of a reason. This was clearly the act of a foolish king.
When the emperor talked about Zhuge Shang's affairs before, he was left speechless when he was asked about the ancestral rules. Xiao Yan was slapped with a series of hats, and Xiao Yan could not straighten his back and speak. Now when it comes to Yongshan Iron Mine, this matter is clear and black, everything is very simple.
Refuse and that’s it!
Zhao Shan listened to Zhuge Shang's slander, which was obviously wrong, and must be stopped.
Xiao Yan felt that he could do it again.
The sense of justice in Xiao Yan's chest made him straighten his back and said loudly: "Your Majesty has worked hard to govern, and the government has begun to improve. Now that Your Majesty is acting arbitrarily and favoring traitors, do you want to be a coward?"
